Job Description

To partner with the business in the provision of financial advice and support to increase operational quality, through the execution of financial services as per agreed standard operating procedures.

Hello Future Project Accountant

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our HR talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change. 

The Project Accounting Business Partner will be responsible for owning the Project Accounting module within the Oracle Fusion Cloud environment from a business perspective. This individual will ensure accurate recording, tracking, and reporting of project-related financial transactions while collaborating with technical teams and steering business units to align with best practices and standardisation. Additionally, the individual will be accountable for ensuring appropriate and correct accounting practices are consistently applied across all project-related activities/transactions. The role bridges technical and business functions, ensuring seamless financial integration and optimal use of Oracle Fusion capabilities/functionalities.

Are you someone who can:

Own and maintain the Oracle Fusion Project Accounting module from a business perspective, ensuring its proper configuration by the ERP technical team and functionality.Collaborate with the ERP technical team with regards to configuring and optimising the platform in line with business/organizational requirements.Ensure project-related financial workflows are efficiently integrated into the Oracle Fusion system. Ensure seamless integration of project-related financial workflows into Oracle Fusion, aligning with overall enterprise systems     Act as a liaison between the ERP technical team and business units.Provide direction to business units (internal customers) to ensure alignment Oracle Fusion best practices.Support business units in adopting standard system functionalities and processes for project accounting. Deliver timely and accurate reporting on project financials, including budgets, forecasts, and actuals.Conduct variance analysis and provide insights to stakeholders, addressing discrepancies.In conjunction with the Business Intelligence team ensure reports are available to effectively manage and report on projects. Ensure appropriate and correct accounting practices are applied to all project-related financial transactions.Improve and maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and legal requirements in project accounting.Monitor and audit project financials to ensure accuracy and integrity. Possess sufficient technical insight into Oracle Fusion to effectively engage with the ERP technical team and business units, ensuring the platform meets organisational needs.Drive adherence to best practices in project accounting and system utilisation across business units.Identify and lead enhancements to improve system efficiency and business processes Provide support to business users on Oracle Fusion Project Accounting functionality.Support the change management process, ensuring a smooth transition for new users and assisting with troubleshooting and user queriesEquip stakeholders with the knowledge to maximize the platform’s capabilities.Through the support of the Training Team, ensure training capabilities are available and training material/resources are up to date.

You will be an ideal candidate if you possess:

Qualification - Degree in Accounting or Finance.Oracle Fusion Cloud certification or training (advantageous)Experience with system implementation, configuration, and process optimization (advantageous)Experience - Strong experience in project accounting, reporting, and ERP systems.Proficiency in Oracle Fusion Cloud Project Accounting module or similar platforms.Adequate technical insight into ERP systems to collaborate effectively with technical teams.Demonstrated ability to influence and steer business units toward standardisation and appropriate best practices.  

You will have access to:

Opportunities to network and collaborateChallenging Working enviromentOpportunities to innovateWe can be a match if you are: Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough toObsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

29/01/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.